Control Room Operator-Nuclear
Date: May 7, 2024
Location: SURRY, VA, US, 23883
Company: Dominion Energy
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Starting Hourly Rate: $43.61/hr
Job Summary
The Operations department at the Surry Nuclear Power Station, located in the Tidewater, VA area, is currently searching for non-licensed Nuclear Control Room Operator candidates. Non-licensed Operators operate the turbine generator and reactor support systems while gaining the requisite knowledge and experience to become licensed Reactor Operators. This role ensures that primary and secondary plant equipment operates properly by executing operational surveillance procedures, surveying and recording readings on equipment, and implementing prescribed operational procedures. This role works a rotating 12-hour shift.
Job duties include:
- Locally operate the turbine generator and reactor support systems while gaining the requisite knowledge and experience to become licensed Reactor Operators
- Monitor and control equipment and associated systems
- Perform minor maintenance
- Execute operational surveillance procedures to ensure that equipment and systems are functioning safely
- Survey and record readings on plant equipment to detect any potential problems
- Assist in coordinating maintenance and surveillance activities
- Hang and remove plant safety tags
- Assist in refueling operations
- Assist in preparing, transferring, loading, and unloading nuclear fuel elements
- Assist in development and implementation of training programs
- Provide relief for other positions as required and work without assistance in job areas where sufficient knowledge and training are present
- Participate in on-the-job training
Those with the potential, desire and proven performance may be promoted to positions of increased responsibility and leadership. Dominion's Surry Power Station is a great place to build a career as a Control Room Operator!
This position is represented by the Bargaining Agreement between Dominion and the Local Union 50 of the IBEW.
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E5-E9, W1-CW5, or O3-O6, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined are highly encouraged to apply.
No relocation assistance will be provided.
Maybe a member of the Emergency Response Organization.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
The ideal Nuclear Control Room Operator candidate will possess the following:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Successfully completed the Naval Nuclear Propulsion training program and possess a minimum of 4 years hands on experience in the field/fleet in one of the following disciplines; EM, MM, ET or ELT
OR Completed a similar Non-Licensed Operator training program at another commercial nuclear station and possess a minimum of 4 years of directly related experience.
OR Have or have held an RO or SRO license at a nuclear facility
OR Possess a BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Nuclear Engineering preferred) and 1 year of power plant experience
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
- BS degree in Engineering a plus
- High knowledge of Math
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot assigned systems and equipment
- The ability to operate various equipment and maintenance tools
- Willingness to study and learn while on and off the job
- Excellent reasoning ability
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Must be a self starter with the ability to quickly diagnose equipment issues
- Ability to interface well with peers and supervisors
- Must possess leadership qualities
- Must have a positive attitude
- Required: Successful completion of Algebra II (candidates who are selected for an offer must provide documentation)
Education Requirements
Required: High School Graduate/GED
Required: Successful completion of Algebra II (candidates who are selected for an offer must provide documentation)
Preferred: Bachelor degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear) or Nuclear Engineering Technology
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
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Other Information
We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status.
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